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10 homemade cat treats your kitty will love

Dogs will do just about anything for a treat. Cats? Not so much. Even still, it’s nice to have cat treats in your arsenal for birthdays, special occasions (hello, Hug Your Cat Day) or for those moments when your stubborn kitty needs a little extra motivation.

But before you whip up any old homemade cat treats, take a minute to think about your cat’s favorite eats, as well as what’s healthy for them to nibble. 

“Homemade cat treats are fairly tricky, in that every cat has their own individual preferences when it comes to food,” says Alana Stevenson, an animal behaviorist and pet trainer. “It’s important that cats have a lot of moisture, so too many grain- or cereal-based foods aren’t particularly good for them.”

“Many store-bought cat treats are heavily processed with a lot of cheap fillers and artificial colors or flavorings,” Stevenson says.

Just remember that some common human foods — including grapes, raisins, onion, salt and chocolate — are toxic to felines if ingested. Before you take on any homemade cat treats recipe, take some time to read up on all the foods that are dangerous to pets on the ASPCA website.

We rounded up 10 cat treat recipes you can easily make yourself, as your cat sits back and quietly judges you. From catnip croutons to tuna treats, these DIY cat snacks call for a variety of wholesome ingredients, like salmon, cheese, tuna and even catnip. Now, hit the kitchen and don’t be surprised if a certain kitty tries to counter surf.

1. Carrot and catnip kitty treats

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These nutritious carrot and catnip treats from Epicuricloud will make your cat feel extra loved. Mix shredded carrot and catnip with egg, oil and flour, and then flatten the dough for easy cutting with a knife or pizza wheel. Bake for 12 minutes or until they are slightly golden on top, and prepare to be your cat’s favorite human.

2. Fresh-baked flour treats

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Sammy’s Sweets and Treats made these baked cat treats by mixing tuna with a packaged baking mix and cutting with a fish-shaped cookie cutter. If you want to make them at home, try this easy cat treat recipe from The Nest. Start by mashing tuna really well with a fork, then mix in whole wheat flour, milk, vegetable oil and egg. Roll the dough into balls or flatten and cut into shapes and bake for 10 minutes. If tuna isn’t kitty’s thing, substitute salmon or strained meat baby food in ham, beef or chicken flavors. 

3. Tuna cat treats

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If cats could use Instagram, they’d definitely “heart” these easy tuna treats by From Under A Palm Tree. To make them, mix canned tuna with olive oil, egg, flour and mashed banana. Flatten onto a parchment lined cookie sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes at 350 degrees, and then cut into kitty-bite sized pieces. 

4. Hairball control homemade cat treats

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DIY cat treats that also help with hairballs? It’s a cat parent’s dream. These hairball control cat treats from Broomstick Pet Treats combine brown rice flour with canned pumpkin, egg, oil and ground flax to make a healthy and yummy snack for kitties. For an extra treat, you also have the option of adding some catnip before cutting into pieces and baking in a 350 degree oven for 15 minutes. 

5. Chewy treats

You’ll find variations of this chewy cat treat recipe from Joy the Baker all over the Internet — it’s that good. This tried and true recipe uses baby food or canned wet cat food as a base and includes parsley, rice and flour, baked for about 10 minutes. Clearly, cats have been passing this one down for generations.

6. Kitty delights

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These kitty delights from Serendipity and Spice are like little thumbprint cookies for kitties. This four-ingredient recipe whips up fast and easy. The hardest part is cooking the treats for five minutes on each side. But your cat doesn’t know that, so just tell them you worked on them all day.

7. Grain-free cat treats

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These grain-free cat treats from Salt In My Coffee are crunchy, nutritious and gentle enough for young cats to chomp on. Combine tuna and pumpkin with coconut flour, mineral powder or parsley and egg, then drop by the quarter teaspoonful onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes, and don’t be surprised if these are gone before you know it. 

8. 3-ingredient Salmon cat treats

These homemade salmon cat treats from Cookie Rookie are fast, so easy to make and include only healthy ingredients for your best fur friend. All you need to make them is canned salmon, one egg and whole wheat flour. Combine ingredients in a stand mixer, then roll out and slice or cut with a 3/4-inch cookie cutter of your choosing. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Don’t be alarmed if your cats pace excitedly around the kitchen the entire time. 

9. Cheesy cat treats

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Feline taste-testers approved of these gooey, cheesy cat treats from Cowboy Way. They’re made from a combination of cheese, yogurt, flour, cornmeal and water. Flatten the mixture out with a rolling pin and bake like a pizza for 25 minutes, then cut into tiny, cat-friendly squares. If the finished product is firm on the outside and chewy on the inside, you’ve baked yourself some serious bargaining power.

10. Holy mackerel cat treats

Canned mackerel is the main ingredient in this holy mackerel cat treat recipe from CDKitchen, which also calls for breadcrumbs, egg, vegetable oil or bacon grease and Brewer’s yeast (said to be packed with vitamins). Mix the ingredients well, place treats one inch apart on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes. You’ll get soft, tasty morsels that your cat will want right meow.

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We love to spoil our cats and that includes feeding them delicious special treats. However, because you love your cat, you also want to make sure you’re feeding them healthy foods. Commercial cat treats may have ingredients and additives that cat owners prefer not to give their pets.   Some people show love by home cooking and others just want to give their pet some variety from time to time.

If this sounds like you, why not try making your own cat treats? That way you know exactly what’s in them because you put it there yourself! For even more convenience, these 10 homemade cat treat recipes are also no-bake. Remember these are designed as occasional treats only and must not replace a complete and balanced diet.

No matter your cat’s favorite flavor we have a treat for them!

The 10 No-Bake Cat Treat Recipes

1. No-Bake Tuna Balls

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• 1 can tuna
• Dry cat food
• Catnip
• Mayonnaise

• To make these easy tuna treats, start by draining the tuna and placing it on a plate. In a separate bowl, crush a handful of dry cat food, sprinkle in some catnip, and mix. Add the dry mixture to the tuna on the plate. Drop a spoonful of mayonnaise onto the tuna mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.

• Form the mixture into balls (or whatever shape you like!) and refrigerate until they are set. These treats keep for about one week in the refrigerator. Feel free to omit the catnip if you already know your kitty isn’t a fan.

• While Mayonnaise isn’t toxic to cats it also isn’t good for them and should only be given in moderation, so limit the number of treats your cat eats.

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2. No-Bake Tuna And Cheese Balls

Ingredients:

• ½ cup canned tuna (not drained)
• ⅓ cup peas (frozen and thawed or canned)
• ¼ cup oats
• 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• Enough olive oil to form a dough

Cheese makes everything better, right? To make these fish and dairy treats, add all the ingredients except olive oil to a food processor. Pulse until the ingredients begin to form a dough. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil into the food processor to help the dough come together.

Once it does, turn the dough out onto your work surface and form it into ½-inch balls. Refrigerate the balls until they firm up and then store them in the fridge for up to a week. This recipe makes about 24 balls.

Dairy products, such as cheese, may not agree with all cats so monitor your cat if these treats are their first experience with dairy or just leave it out.

3. Pumpkin And Turkey No-Bake Cat Treats

Ingredients:

• 7 ounces canned pumpkin or cooked pumpkin (no salt or sugar added)
• 2½ ounces cooked turkey (or chicken), no bones or skin
• Gelatin

This recipe uses up leftovers and gets your cat a tasty treat as well! If you use cooked pumpkin, you’ll first need to mash it up and squeeze the liquid out using a cheesecloth or a towel. Hang onto the liquid as well as the pumpkin.

Next, blend the cooked meat until it forms small crumbs. Combine the turkey, pumpkin, and enough gelatin to thicken about 3 fluid ounces (varies by brand and type) in a pan. Heat the mixture slowly, adding water or pumpkin liquid as needed to keep it from getting too dry and remove from the heat when the gelatin is melted.

Once the goop is cool enough to handle, roll it into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper. Refrigerate until the gelatin is set (8-24 hours). Store the finished treats in the fridge and use them within one week.

4. Tuna Ice Treats

Ingredients:

• 1 can tuna in water
• ¼ cup water

If you have a hard time getting your cat to drink enough water, these treats might be just what they need to stay hydrated! Plus, they’re beyond simple to make. Just blend the tuna and water, pour into an ice cube tray, and freeze overnight. These treats can get messy as they melt so be prepared!

Since so many treats on our list are made with tuna, it’s worth noting that cats should only eat this fish in moderation due to its mercury content.

5. Cat Birthday Cake Treats

Ingredients:

• 1 can tuna, drained
• ½ cup cooked or canned chicken
• ½ cup cooked sweet potato, pureed
• 1 cooked potato, mashed

Celebrate your kitty’s special day with this unique cat birthday cake. First, combine the sweet potato, chicken, and tuna and mix thoroughly. Form the mixture into small balls. Place the mashed potato into a resealable bag and cut off one corner to form a “decorating bag. ”

Arrange the balls on a plate to form a “cake” for your cat. Squeeze the mashed potatoes out to decorate your kitty’s cake however you like. This cake is especially appropriate if your cat has friends over to celebrate because there’s plenty to go around for all!

• Related: Can Cats Eat Cake? What You Need to Know!

6. Cat-Friendly Frozen Banana Bites

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe bananas
• ¼ cup dry cat food or treats
• Candy molds or ice cube tray

These unusual treats “a-peel” to both cats and dogs and are easy to make. Start by placing four ripe bananas in a bowl and mashing them thoroughly. Then, layer the bananas and cat food into a candy mold if you have one or ice cube trays if you don’t. Allow the mixture to freeze overnight. Pop the frozen treats out of the mold and let your cat enjoy!

7. Catnip Cocktail

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Ingredients:

• ¼ teaspoon chicken stock powder (low sodium)
• 3 tablespoons catnip
• 1 cup warm water

If your cat prefers their treats in liquid form, transform yourself into a feline mixologist and craft this kitty-friendly cocktail for them to enjoy. Simply pour the warm water into a bowl and stir in the chicken stock powder and catnip. Serve to your cat as soon as it’s 5 o’clock somewhere.

Just a quick reminder: this “mocktail” is the only type of cocktail your cat should ever drink. Alcoholic beverages can be dangerous to your cat if ingested.

8. Salmon And Carrot Snacks

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Ingredients:

• 1 can salmon, drained
• ½ cup sliced carrots
• Flour if needed

These easy two-ingredient treats are a tasty option for your kitty to enjoy. Begin by steaming the sliced carrots until they are soft and mashable. Place the carrots in a bowl and mash them into a paste.

Add the salmon and stir to combine. If needed, add just enough flour to allow the mixture to stick together. Roll into small balls and place them on a baking sheet. Freeze the salmon and carrot balls until firm. Once frozen, store in an airtight container and use within 7 days.

9. Baby Food Mini Morsels

Ingredients:

• 3 jars baby food, meat, or veggie (no garlic or onion ingredients)
• 1½ cups wheat germ
• A small amount of tuna juice

These quick, yummy treats are cooked in the microwave and ready in minutes. Start by lining a microwave-safe plate with wax paper. Then, combine the baby food, wheat germ, and tuna juice in a bowl and mix well.

Drop spoonfuls of the baby food mixture onto the plate and microwave on high for 5-8 minutes. When finished, the morsels should be firm and hold their form. Repeat until all the mixture is cooked. Keep refrigerated and discard any uneaten treats after 7 days.

When selecting baby food, make sure to avoid any that contain onion or garlic, which are toxic to cats.

10. Goat Milk-sicle

Ingredients:

• Goat’s milk
• Ice cube tray or small paper cups

For a quick, refreshing treat on a hot day, try preparing these kitty popsicles. The prep process couldn’t be easier: pour goat’s milk into an ice cube tray or paper cups and place it in the freezer.

Once frozen, remove, and let your cat lick away to their heart’s content. As a bonus, try freezing a bit of your cat’s food or another type of treat inside the kitty popsicle for your cat to uncover.

Please note that while cats generally tolerate goat’s milk better than cow’s milk, some may suffer digestive upset. If your cat is one of them, consider making this with specially formulated cat milk instead.

Wrapping Up

We hope our collection of recipes inspires you to start no-baking treats for your cat. Remember, no matter how tasty kitty treats are, most of your cat’s daily calories should come from their regular, balanced cat food. Letting your cat live off of treats is like a human living off junk food: tasty but lacking in nutrition. To keep your cat healthy and at an appropriate body weight, limit treats to no more than 10% of their daily calorie intake.

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“Take a fatter cat and strangle it. And as soon as he gives up, cut off the head and throw it away, because they don’t eat it, and they even say that the one who ate the brains of a cat can go crazy. Then freshen well, cut open, clean the intestines and wrap in a piece of clean cloth. And then bury it in the ground and leave it for a day and a night. Then take it out, put it on a spit and roast it over the fire. And before it starts to fry, brush it with a good portion of garlic and oil, and then whip it well with a green sprig. And when it’s ready, butcher it like a rabbit or a goat and serve it on a large platter. And take a good broth, thicken it with garlic and butter, and pour over the cat. And you can eat, for the dish is very good.”

A recipe often found in old cookbooks, taken from the 1520 Libre del Coch. It was compiled by a certain Robert de Nola, also known as Mestre Robert, who served as a cook for King Ferdinand I of Naples. This is the first printed cookbook in Catalan that has come down to us, the main gastronomic guide of Renaissance Spain; it combines recipes of Catalan, Italian, French and Arabic origin. The almanac quickly became an all-European bestseller and was reprinted in different languages ​​until the end of the 18th century.

In the Middle Ages, cat meat was considered tastier than rabbit meat, and the popularity of Libre del Coch clearly contributed to the spread of such recipes – they spread throughout Southern Europe, and later, along with Italian immigrants, migrated to South America. In Italy, cats were eaten until the 20th century, and some authors claim that this dish was also met in the north of Spain in the 1970s.

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Redaktor, November 2, 2020

Everyone knows why one leg is left on a rabbit carcass? That’s right, so as not to accidentally eat a cat. By the way, the practice of throwing “cats in bags” exists not only in Russia.

In Italy, for example, there is even a stable expression that refers to deceitful actions: “Put a cat instead of a rabbit.” Guess where the wind comes from?

It’s all illegal cat trade. But there are countries where eating cats is also punishable by the state, but at the same time it is a bright cultural code, so the laws adopted by the authorities to this day are broken by the misunderstanding of ordinary Vietnamese.

At the same time, animals are kept in not at all fantastic conditions (cramped dirty cages in the backyards of restaurants), and the deaths are far from merciful.

Meat is most commonly grilled or marinated in garlic and pepper. Served with beer or rice wine.

My restaurant has been open for several years. Cat meat is an expensive exotic for people with good taste. Some are willing to pay up to 2 million dong (about $87) for a black cat,

says Cuong, owner of a restaurant in Go Vap, Ho Chi Minh

However, he notes that cooking cat meat is quite difficult: he first learned the recipe for proper cooking from his relative from Taibin province b (Thai Binh).

His restaurant cooks about five cats a day, “although by the end of the lunar months this figure could double, because there is a belief that cat meat helps to avoid bad luck.” Cuong describes cat meat as being sweeter and softer than pork or dog meat, which is why it is prized by his customers.

Cats or “little tigers” are traditionally considered a source of strength and agility.

Northern Taibin Province is nicknamed “Cat Meat Capital” for its dozens of “little tiger” farms. However, fortunately, many closed. And some began to serve cats along with chicken or rabbit – due to declining interest.

Sociologists believe that there are several factors that have led to a decrease in interest in the consumption of cat meat.

One of them, oddly enough: the growing number of pet owners who have ceased to perceive them as food.

However, cat meat is still a favorite during various festivals. So, two years ago, the People’s Committee of Hanoi (Hanoi) found about 1103 shops illegally selling cat meat.

According to Huynh Thi Nhu Quyen, a cat rescuer and owner of two animal shelters, there are up to 20 cat meat restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City, Go Wap District, and District 12. By the way, they use imported cats due to the shortage of local ones.

About 70% of my cats are imported from China. They are killed before delivery. Their cost is about 1,000,000,000 VND (about $44) per kilogram,

– Kuong explains

In March 2019, hundreds of cat corpses were found in one of their buses on the route Tai Binh Duong (Binh Duong). The local police confirmed that they were taking it to restaurants. Two months later, a Chinese truck carrying 400kg of cat meat was detained in Quang Ninh province. But the most famous case was in 2015, when Hanoi police seized a truck smuggling over three tons of live cats, many of which died on the way.

Recently, the Hanoi Municipal People’s Committee stated that the killing of dogs and cats for food leaves a negative impression on the city all over the world. Such food addiction calls into question the image of Hanoi as a “civilized and modern city.” The statement also said that “I would like the residents of the city to see the value of the humane treatment of animals.” This is if we exclude the spread of infectious diseases associated with the consumption of meat of dogs and cats for food.

Of course, this industry is regularly attacked by animal rights activists.

Cats are the forgotten victims of the dog meat trade, which is gaining more and more attention,

says Michele Brown, head of the Fight Dog Meat movement

field. For every rescued cat, she pays 1 million VND and has already saved more than a hundred cat lives by finding foster families for them. In the process, she met many people who lost their pets. One woman applied three times – each time after the loss of another cat. Each time, the search was unsuccessful, and as a result, the woman simply stopped having pets.

The fear that their pets might be stolen has become an obsession with the people of Hanoi, where in recent years they have finally learned to treat animals as pets.

In order to reduce the breeding of rats, a law prohibiting the trade and consumption of cat meat was passed in Vietnam in 1998 and is still in effect. However, hundreds of restaurants still serve cat meat dishes, and merchants face little to no lawsuits.